A colossal collage. That’s the Wand Ding. Right here on this wall it unfolds. It’s a monumental artwork by El Frauenfelder. Commissioned by the city of Zurich it transforms a plain building’s facade. The Wand Ding isn’t just paint on a wall. It’s a three-dimensional creation. Rectangles squares and triangles jut from the surface. Some extend up to 2.5 centimeters. They create depth and texture. Frauenfelder explored the materiality of the plaster. She used diverse techniques. Scratching felting profiling throwing and spraying. She worked with the Haus der Farbe institute. Their expertise in plastering techniques proved invaluable. The colors were inspired by morning light. Frauenfelder fragmented the hues into tiny particles. This created a shimmering effect. A subtle play of light and shadow. The original inspiration? A small 15 x 15 cm collage. It was enlarged to a breathtaking 12.8 x 14.3 meters. A scale of 1:8135. The Giovanni Russo AG team masterfully executed the design. This remarkable piece pushes conventional boundaries. It blurs the lines between painting and architecture. It makes the transient qualities of color space and light tangible. The Wand Ding invites you to experience it physically and emotionally. It’s a testament to the power of art to transform urban spaces. More than just a mural the Wand Ding is a true Zurich landmark. A must-see for every visitor.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to